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Vallabhbhai Patel, also known as Sardar Patel, was a barrister, political and social leader of India who played a major role in the Independence movement of India. After the Independence of the country, Patel became the first Deputy Prime Minister of India. He was called the "Iron Man of India" for his commitment to national integration in the newly independent country. He is also called the "Unifier of India". His birthday, October 31, is celebrated as the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day).